Definition of scarp

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Scarp (n.) The slope of the ditch nearest the parapet; the escarp.

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Counterscarf :: Counterscarf (n.) The exterior slope or wall of the ditch; -- sometimes, the whole covered way, beyond the ditch, with its parapet and glacis; as, the enemy have lodged themselves on the counterscarp..
Relais :: Relais (n.) A narrow space between the foot of the rampart and the scarp of the ditch, serving to receive the earth that may crumble off or be washed down, and prevent its falling into the ditch..
Ravelin :: Ravelin (n.) A detached work with two embankments which make a salient angle. It is raised before the curtain on the counterscarp of the place. Formerly called demilune, and half-moon..
Escarp :: Escarp (v. t.) To make into, or furnish with, a steep slope, like that of a scrap..
Scarp :: Scarp (v. t.) To cut down perpendicularly, or nearly so; as, to scarp the face of a ditch or a rock..
Scarping :: Scarping (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Scar.
Scarp :: Scarp (n.) A steep descent or declivity.
Scarp :: Scarp (n.) The slope of the ditch nearest the parapet; the escarp.
Vanfess :: Vanfess (n.) A ditch on the outside of the counterscarp, usually full of water..
Scarped :: Scarped (imp. & p. p.) of Scar.
Escarpment :: Escarpment (n.) A steep descent or declivity; steep face or edge of a ridge; ground about a fortified place, cut away nearly vertically to prevent hostile approach. See Scarp..
Graffage :: Graffage (n.) The scarp of a ditch or moat.
Esplanade :: Esplanade (n.) The glacis of the counterscarp, or the slope of the parapet of the covered way toward the country..
Cordon :: Cordon (n.) The coping of the scarp wall, which projects beyong the face of the wall a few inches..
Escarp :: Escarp (n.) The side of the ditch next the parapet; -- same as scarp, and opposed to counterscarp..
Escarped :: Escarped (imp. & p. p.) of Escar.
Scarp :: Scarp (n.) A band in the same position as the bend sinister, but only half as broad as the latter..
Escarping :: Escarping (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Escar.
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